Summary of Contents for CTS FS-490
- Page 1 User Guide User Guide: Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 Module North America REV 3.1 PD-5-200-04 NA | 0348_UG_NA_11JUL17...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page i of 17 Table of Contents Introduction..................................1 Before You Begin............................... 1 Key Product Features............................1 Safety................................2 Regulatory Compliance..............................3 Electrical Specifications..............................4 System Derating Factors........................... 5 Installation.................................. -
Page 3: Introduction
Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page 1 of 17 Introduction Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 and Series 4A Modules are manufactured in state-of-the-art facilities using a highly innovative process that rapidly deposits thin films of semiconductor on glass. Series 4A modules are constructed identically to Series 4 modules and add anti-reflective coated glass to Series 4 modules. -
Page 4: Safety
Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page 2 of 17 1.3 Safety The Series 4 and Series 4A Modules may produce voltage up to 110 Volts DC (VDC) or current up to 3.0 Amps when exposed to sunlight. -
Page 5: Regulatory Compliance
Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page 3 of 17 Regulatory Compliance It is the responsibility of the installer and/or system integrator to ensure compliance with all local electrical codes which may be applicable to the installation and use of Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 and Series 4A Modules. •... -
Page 6: Electrical Specifications
Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page 4 of 17 Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Electrical Specifications MODEL NUMBERS AND RATINGS AT STC Nominal Values FS-490 FS-492 FS-495 FS-497 FS-4100 FS-4102 FS-490A FS-492A FS-495A FS-497A FS-4100A FS-4102A FS-4105A Nominal Power (±5%) 90.0... -
Page 7: System Derating Factors
Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page 5 of 17 Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited MODEL NUMBERS AND RATINGS AT STC Nominal Values FS-4105-3 FS-4107-3 FS-4110-3 FS-4112-3 FS-4115-3 FS-4117-3 FS-4105A-3 FS-4107A-3 FS-4110A-3 FS-4112A-3 FS-4115A-3 FS-4117A-3 Nominal Power (-0/+5W) 105.0 107.5 110.0 112.5... -
Page 8: Installation
Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page 6 of 17 Installation 4.1 Mounting Physically damaged modules may cause ground faults and associated electrical hazards. To avoid these conditions: Do not install the modules during high wind or wet conditions to reduce the likelihood of injury. Wear safety glasses (ANSI Z87.1-2003) and cut-resistant gloves when working on non-interconnected modules or systems. - Page 9 Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page 7 of 17 Installation locations and module support structures should be selected to ensure modules and connectors (open or mated) are never submersed in standing water. Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited modules are tested and certified for applications involving pressures from snow/ice/wind up to 2400 Pa (50.13 lb/ft ) when mounted properly.
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Page 10: Module Orientation
Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page 8 of 17 4.2 Module Orientation PV performance modeling software should be used to determine the optimum orientation and tilt angle for each location. For tilted free-field applications or single-axis tracker applications where there is row to row shading, modules shall be installed in landscape orientation. -
Page 11: Electrical Interconnection
Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page 9 of 17 4.4 Electrical Interconnection Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 and Series 4A Modules are pre-configured with industry standard connectors that are “touch proof” with all live parts protected against accidental contact and protected against polarity reversal. The cables and MC4 connectors are UV and weather resistant from –40°C to +85°C, and rated for 1500VDC and 22.5A (minimum, before derating for ambient temperature). -
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Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page 10 of 17 Module-to-module and module-to-harness interconnection is advised to be done between same manufacturer and type of connectors or using connectors certified as mateable. The Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited module warranty is not affected by the interconnection of different supplier connectors, however, Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited cannot guarantee that different connector types will be mateable in every connection instance. - Page 13 Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page 11 of 17 4.4.2 Grounding Method Per the requirements of UL 1703, a module with exposed conductive parts is considered to be in compliance with UL 1703 only when it is electrically grounded in accordance with the instructions presented and the requirements of the National Electrical Code.
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Page 14: Mechanical Specifications & Drawings
Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page 12 of 17 Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Mechanical Specifications & Drawings Table 5.1: Mechanical Specifications Specifications Series 4 and Series 4A Modules Length 1200 mm 47.25 in Width 600 mm 23.63 in Thickness 6.8 mm 0.27 in... -
Page 15: Proper Operating Conditions
Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page 13 of 17 Proper Operating Conditions The proper operating condition requirements listed below must be maintained. Important: Failure to maintain proper operating condition requirements for the modules will void the applicable warranties. -
Page 16: Service
Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page 14 of 17 Service Cleaning activities create risk of damage to the modules and array components, as well as the potential for electric shock. Large amounts of dust and dirt on the surface of the module can reduce the power produced. Natural rainfall will typically remove most dust. -
Page 17: Notice
Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page 15 of 17 Notice Changes to certain components of the module are common as Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited continuously strives for product improvements. Changes may be a result of component improvements or changes by a supplier, or by minor design modifications initiated by First Solar. -
Page 18: Document References
Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page 16 of 17 Document References Document Number Document Title PD-5-320-04 NA FS Series 4 PV Module Mounting for UL Applications PD-5-308 FS Series PV Modules - Reverse Current Overload PD-5-320-04 FS Series 4 PV Module Mounting PD-5-804... -
Page 19: Revision History
Chosen Techno Solar Private Limited Series 4 Module User Guide—North America | Page 17 of 17 11 Revision History Revision Number Amendment Detail Revision Date Document Created 7/27/2017 Added Section 4.1.1 6/4/2017 Added 90W Electrical Specifications 7/11/2017 Added Section 4.1.1 and changed original 4.1.1 to 4.1.2 and 4.1.2 to 4.1.3. Added comment to Section 4.1 in regards to Series 4A ARC film scratch prevention.
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